Sneak Peek of the Ahmadu Bello University in the 1960s
1960s, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Just 147 of the 426 students who enrolled in all programs at the school’s founding…
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Emir of Katsina in 1933 Reveal his Thoughts on Airplane Operation in Nigeria
“Men of color asked me my opinion on airplanes.” “I’ll be the first to buy one if they’re brought to…
Two People had Earlier Told Me Abacha Pledged that None of the Three of Us—Including Me—Would Escape Jail or Custody Alive” General Olusegun Obasanjo Spill in an Interview
In an interview, General Olusegun Obasanjo revealed how, when they were detained, General Sani Abacha wanted him, the late Shehu…
Details of the Death of Brigadier Zakariya Maimalari Few Days After his Wedding Ceremony
Pictured from left to right are Brigadier Zakariya Maimalari, Chief Festus Okotie-Eboh, and General Aguiyi Ironsi at a party he…
A Picture of Murtala Muhammed and Colonel Ibrahim Taiwo in 1975 Hajj pilgrimage.
General Murtala Muhammed, the head of state, is pictured (R) with Colonel Ibrahim Taiwo, the military governor of Kwara state…
Details of the Zaria Protest Kicking Against Military Rule in 1966
Zaria saw a protest in 1966 against the January coup that led to the ruthless killings of Kur Mohammed, Ahmadu…
An Image From the Inauguration of the First Provisional Council of the University of Ifé
The entry of the Icons: In 1961, the University of Ifé held its first Provisional Council’s inauguration. The lone female…
An Image of Nugerian Football Icons Pelé (left) and Daniel Anyiam,
From 1954 to 1956 and again from 1964 to 1965, Nigerian football player and coach Daniel Amobi Amadi Anyiam (November…
Details of Shehu Musa Yar’adua’s Death by Abacha in 1995
Obasanjo revealed in a 2017 interview that Yar’Adua was injected with a virus by Abacha, which finally caused his death.…
Meet Halima Babangida, Daughter of Ibrahim Babangida
A picture from the early 1990s shows little Halima Babangida, the youngest member of the family, stealing the show on…
Kayode Williams, A Close Associate and Companion of the Notorious Armed Robber Oyenusi
When Bishop Kayode Williams found himself in the wrong crowd, he was just a youngster attending secondary school. Men whose…
Story of Billionaire Who Bought Kingship With Money in Awkuzu In the early 1990s
Late Igwe John Ejikeme Nebeolisa, also known as Joneb, Arusi Awkuzu, or Igwe Ibilibeogada—which translates to “The biggest the town…
Epic History of the Kingdom of Ozoro in Isoko Delta state
Isoko North’s capital city is Ozoro. According to legend, Opute founded Ozoro when he and his wife, Ozoro, moved to…
Nigerian Lady in an Expensive Traditional Attire
A1980s picture of a young Ondo woman in Lagos dressed entirely in colorful Aso oke, a traditional outfit.
Interesting Story of Igboho Kingdom in Oyo State
Igboho plays a significant role in the former Oyo Empire’s history. Although Oyo plays a significant role in Yoruba history,…
Idejo chiefs of Oba Adeniji Adele II Meets Queen Elizabeth II in Lagos 1956
Lagos Island’s “IDEJO” (white cap chiefs): Olofin Atekoye, the man who established Isale Eko (Lagos) and initially made his home…
Olu Jacobs and Wife, Joke Silva in the 1990s
The seasoned actor Pa Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, also referred to as Olu Jacobs, is seen in a picture with his…
Throwback to a Picture of Abdulasalam Abubakar and Ibrahim Babangida, in their Twenties
Fifty-five years ago, a picture showed two youthful military leaders in their twenties during the 1960s: Abdulasalam Abubakar and Ibrahim…
Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola Dressed in Traditional Animal Skin for his Royal Installation as Aare Ona Kakanfo
Photo of Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola, Premier of the Western Region, after he was installed by Alaafin Gbadegesin Ladigbolu II…
Story of Brigadier Babafemi O. Ogundipe, A Man of Wisdom and Loyalty
Lt. Col. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu offered Brigadier Babafemi O. Ogundipe the post of head of state in the 1960s, a…